As many confidently shared their Spotify wrapped across social media, I quickly decided to take mine to the grave after seeing the line-up of songs and artists.
What is belted in the privacy of my car, stays in the privacy of my car.
A wrap-up I’m more than happy to share though are my greatest hits in the food realm, some of the best meals and experiences I had across the Perth dining scene.
It’s certainly been an exciting year for new openings, from stylish wine bars, pizza joints and cute cafes, and it’s been a pleasure to sample some of them and share the highs and lows.
Overall top spot
It’s a close tie between Vin Populi in Fremantle, I dream about their pasta, as well as Will Street in Leederville. Both are excellent venues with exceptional service, perfect for a special occasion to have a long lunch with someone special.
Also worth a special mention
Shui in Subiaco: so much flavour and originality, Satchmo Cafe: great atmosphere, coffee and generous servings, and Yiamas: one of the most beautiful new venues to open this year. I also recently tried an excellent new pizza joint on Scarborough Beach Road in Mt Hawthorn, but will save that for a review soon.
Most memorable meal
This wasn’t a review (but a very good excuse to head back and do one) but dining at Glenarty Road in Karridale was a standout. It’s as farm to table, and seasonal, as you can get: the three-course menu was so fresh and wholesome. It’s a stunning spot to visit too. I keep thinking about the chicken parmi bagel at Bagel O’s in Mt Lawley too.
The worst. . .
Luckily, there hasn’t been anything too shocking. The only truly terrible meal, which I decided not to review in the hope we just had a bad experience, is now home to something new.
Strangest experience
At a venue that shall remain nameless (for reasons that will become obvious), a poor waiter got a rude shock when they lit the heater above us which ignited a poor bird’s nest with it sitting in it. All involved were fine, but we moved tables to get away from said bird giving us dirty looks throughout the meal. Also, the time another Jade nabbed my table at Shui still makes me laugh.